Actinic Keratosis Symptoms, Causes & More
Article Sources
- 1. 'Actinic Keratosis.' The Skin Cancer Foundation, 30 Apr. 2021, www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/actinic-keratosis
- 2. 'Skin Cancer Types: Squamous Cell Carcinoma Overview.' American Academy of Dermatology, www.aad.org/public/diseases/skin-cancer/types/common/scc
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Outcome of Treatment
While most cases of actinic keratosis resolve with treatment, more patches of AK are likely to develop as a result of previous damage sustained from UV rays. People who have previously had actinic keratosis should remain vigilant for the appearance of new lesions.
Most cases of squamous cell carcinoma arise from actinic keratoses, so identifying AK early and undergoing treatment may prevent the development of skin cancer. The earlier the treatment, the better the outcome.1‘Actinic Keratosis.’ The Skin Cancer Foundation, 30 Apr. 2021, www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/actinic-keratosis,5‘Actinic Keratosis: Diagnosis and Treatment.’ American Academy of Dermatology, www.aad.org/public/diseases/skin-cancer/actinic-keratosis-treatment.
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